Best Of 2019 Winners
Best Local green business 2019 – River Valley Co-op
River Valley Co-op Best Local green business Address: 330 N. King St., Northampton, MA Phone: (413) 584-2665 Website: http://www.rivervalleymarket.coop River Valley Co-op is celebrating its 11th anniversary in Northampton and is doing as much looking ahead at the...
Best Computer/electronic repair 2019 – Yes Computers
Yes Computers Best Computer/electronic repair Address: 196 Pleasant St., Northampton, MA Phone: (413) 585-0007 Website: http://www.yescomputers.com If you want a new computer but don’t want to go to a big box giant, Yes Computers gives you an alternative without...
Best Local non-profit 2019 – Dakin Humane Society
Dakin Humane Society Best Local non-profit Address: 171 Union St., Springfield, MA Second location:163 Montague Rd. Leverett MAPhone: (413) 548-9898 Phone: (413) 781-4000 Website: http://www.dakinhumane.org Dakin Humane Society celebrates 50 years of being a community...
Best Local radio personality 2019 – Monte Belmonte
Monte Belmonte Best Local radio personality Address: WRSI, , Phone: Website: http://www.wrsi.com Monte Belmonte says the secret to his success is being genuine and honest. “I think people can sense if the host or the format feels forced,” he says. “When we let our...
Best Local TV personality 2019 – Dave Madsen
Dave Madsen Best Local TV personality Address: WGGB, , Phone: Website: http://www.wggb.com Dave Madsen has been in television and radio for nearly 50 years, the majority of which were at Western Mass News. Born and raised in Southampton, Madsen started at radio...
Best Local meteorologist 2019 – Dave Hayes the Weather Nut
Dave Hayes the Weather Nut Best Local meteorologist Address: , , Phone: Website: *Homepage Dave Hayes is the Pioneer Valley’s own down-to-earth, hyper-local weather nut, who has been combining his passion for weather with humor and a knack for explaining...
Best Roofer 2019 – Florence Roofing
Florence Roofing Best Roofer Address: 77 West St., West Hatfield, MA Phone: (413) 585-9171 Website: http://www.florenceroofingwma.com Florence Roofing has been in business for 13 years. Owner Phil Andrikidis worked for a contractor named William Gnatek for 15 years....
Best Window/door installation 2019 – Pella
Pella Best Window/door installation Address: 240 Mohawk Trail, Greenfield, MA Second location:69 Ashley Ave. West Springfield MSPhone: (413) 736-9239 Phone: (413) 774-7231 Website: http://www.pella.com Al Herringshaw of Pella says they have been in business since...
Best Carpet & flooring store 2019 – Summerlin Floors
Summerlin Floors Best Carpet & flooring store Address: 322 College St., Amherst, MA Phone: (413) 253-9022 Website: http://www.summerlinfloors.com Since 1968, Summerlin Floors has been the “home town flooring experts,” says the owner, Ann Bronner. Summerlin...
Best Electrician 2019 – Dan Whiteley Electric
Dan Whiteley Electric Best Electrician Address: 52 Cottage St., Easthampton, MA Phone: (413) 527-1440 Website: http://www.whiteleyelectric.net This is the third year Whiteley has been voted Best of the Valley. A man of few words but hard work, Whiteley’s dad started...
Best Plumber 2019 – Hartnett Plumbing
Hartnett Plumbing Best Plumber Address: 184 Jacksonville Rd., Colrain, MA Phone: (413) 624-0044 Website: In 1986, Timothy J. Hartnett started his plumbing company in a little pickup truck and has never stopped. His everyday routine includes getting up early in the...
Best House painter 2019 – J. Greene Painting Service
J. Greene Painting Service Best House painter Address: , Leeds, MA Phone: (413) 584-1987 Website: Home Jason Greene wound up in a career in sales originally, but found that he had a much better time painting as a part of his father’s business during summers and...
Best Handyperson 2019 – Stan-The-Fix-it-Man Home Repairs
Stan-The-Fix-it-Man Home Repairs Best Handyperson Address: , , MA Phone: (413) 585-9070 Website: Handyman Services If you need repairs on windows, doors, screens and locks, Stan-The-Fix-it-Man Home Repairs is the one to call. Owner Stan Pollack received his master’s...
Best Landscaper 2019 – Snow & Sons Landscaping
Snow & Sons Landscaping Best Landscaper Address: 221 Leyden Rd., Greenfield, MA Phone: (413) 774-2604 Website: http://www.snowandsons.com Entering its 40th year of being in business, Snow & Sons continues to try new products, plant varieties, and equipment...
Best Chimney sweep 2019 – Superior Chimney Sweep
Superior Chimney Sweep Best Chimney sweep Address: 151 Wayside Ave., West Springfield, MA Phone: (413) 529-9436 Website: http://www.superiorchimneysweep.com Sweeping chimneys may not be a glamorous line of work, but master sweep Robert LeBlanc at Superior Chimney...
Best Tree service 2019 – Dostal Tree Service
Dostal Tree Service Best Tree service Address: 88 South Main St., Florence, MA Phone: (413) 478-3659 Website: http://www.dostaltreeservice.com Dan Dostal says, “I’m humbled — shocked,” when asked how he felt about winning best tree service in the Valley. But winning...
Best Wedding/event photographer 2019 – Dani Fine Photography
Dani Fine Photography Best Wedding/event photographer Address: 150 Main St. (Thornes Marketplace), Northampton, MA Phone: (413) 341-3031 Website: http://www.daniphotography.com Owner and lead photographer, Dani Klein-Williams, has been photographing weddings events...
Best Banquet facility/reception hall 2019 – The Log Cabin
The Log Cabin Best Banquet facility/reception hall Address: 500 Easthampton Rd., Holyoke, MA Phone: (413) 535-5077 Website: http://www.logcabin-delaney.com At a wedding held at The Log Cabin, the view is almost as breathtaking as the bride. Opened in 1997, The Log...
Best Event/wedding DJ 2019 – Bobby C’s DJ Service
Bobby C’s DJ Service Best Event/wedding DJ Address: , Montague, MA Phone: (413) 834-4222 Website: http://www.bobbycdjservice.com Bobby C, also known as Bobby Campbell, has been a DJ for more than 35 years. Starting out by doing high school dances at his high...
Best Equipment/party rentals 2019 – Hilltown Tents
Hilltown Tents Best Equipment/party rentals Address: , Ashfield, MA Phone: (413) 628-4577 Website: http://www.hilltowntents.com If you’re invested in renting pole and frame tents for special occasions, Hilltown Tents is the place to go. Along with tents, they provide...
Best Real estate agency 2019 – Canon Real Estate
Canon Real Estate Best Real estate agency Address: 199 Northampton St., Easthampton, MA Phone: (413) 527-8311 Website: http://www.canonre.com Robert Canon has owned Canon Real Estate since 1983 and has watched the Valley grow and change. His company has grown and...
Best Home builder 2019 – Wright Builders, Inc.
Wright Builders, Inc. Best Home builder Address: 48 Bates St., Northampton, MA Phone: (413) 586-8287 Website: Home Do you want to build your dream home, but don’t know where to start? For over 40 years, Jonathan Wright and his team have built the homes, businesses,...
Best Home improvement contractor 2019 – Valley Home Improvement, Inc.
Valley Home Improvement, Inc. Best Home improvement contractor Address: 340 Riverside Dr., Northampton, MA Phone: (413) 584-7522 Website: http://www.valleyhomeimprovement.com The secret to Valley Home Improvement’s success? “Listening to clients throughout the design...
Best Kitchen design 2019 – Classic Kitchens & Baths
Classic Kitchens & Baths Best Kitchen design Address: 20 Colrain St., Greenfield, MA Phone: (413) 774-4714 Website: http://www.classic-kitchens.com Classic Kitchens was established in 1987 in Greenfield by Jonathan and Carol Rastallis. The current owner, Erica...
Best Heating/air conditioning installation or repair service 2019 – Richard’s Fuel & Heating
Richard’s Fuel & Heating Best Heating/air conditioning installation or repair service Address: 79 Union St., Easthampton, MA Phone: (413) 527-0194 Website: Home After 52 years, Richard’s Fuel & Heating knows what it takes to be successful in the...
Best Caterer 2019 – Seth Mias Catering
Seth Mias Catering Best Caterer Address: 410 North Main St., Leeds, MA Phone: (413) 695-4874 Website: http://www.sethmias.com Leeds-based Seth Mias Catering recently celebrated its 11th year in a row ranking first for the Valley Advocate Best of the Valley. Trish...
Best Law firm 2019 – Bacon Wilson Attorneys at Law
Bacon Wilson Attorneys at Law Best Law firm Address: 33 State St., Springfield, MA And various locations Phone: (413) 781-0560 Website: http://www.baconwilson.com “The firm is almost 125 years old and we pride ourselves in doing good deeds for the community as well as...
Best Local tax service 2019 – Liberty Tax Service
Liberty Tax Service Best Local tax service Address: 362 College St. (Rte. 9), Amherst, MA And various locations Phone: (413) 570-3585 Website: http://www.libertytax.com Liberty Tax Amherst has been offering tax preparation services for the past eight years. President...
Best Local insurance agency 2019 – Finck & Perras Insurance Agency
Finck & Perras Insurance Agency Best Local insurance agency Address: 63 Main St., Florence, MA Second location:6 Campus Ln. Easthampton MAPhone: (413) 527-3000 Phone: (413) 584-1970 Website: http://www.insuringyourway.com Veterans of the industry, Finck &...
Best Credit union 2019 – UmassFive College Federal Credit Union
UmassFive College Federal Credit Union Best Credit union Address: 200 Westgate Center Dr., Hadley, MA Second location:225 King St. Northampton MAPhone: (413) 256-5500 Phone: (413) 256-5500 Website: http://www.umassfive.coop Begun as a credit union in the Draper Hall...
Best Local bank 2019 – Florence Bank
Florence Bank Best Local bank Address: 85 Main St., Florence, MA And various locations Phone: (413) 586-1300 Website: http://www.florencebank.com Founded in 1873, Florence Bank is best known for a commitment to customer service. “This is our top priority,” senior vice...
Best Private/charter/alternative school 2019 – Blessed Sacrament
Blessed Sacrament Best Private/charter/alternative school Address: 1945 Northampton St., Holyoke, MA Phone: (413) 532-0713 Website: http://www.blessedsacramentholyoke.org Blessed Sacrament School opened in 1923 as an elementary school for grades 1-3 with three...
Best Two-year college 2019 – Greenfield Community College
Greenfield Community College Best Two-year college Address: One College Drive, Greenfield, MA Phone: (413) 775-1000 Website: http://www.gcc.mass.edu GCC continues to offer new courses, begin new initiatives, and enter into collaborations every year. A new...
Best Hotel/inn 2019 – Hotel Northampton
Hotel Northampton Best Hotel/inn Address: 36 King St., Northampton, MA Phone: (413) 584-3100 Website: http://www.hotelnorthampton.com Ashley Fillion is head of human resources and is the executive assistant to Hotel Northampton’s owner Mansour Ghalibaf. Ghalibaf has...
Best Place for dog training 2019 – Animal Alliances
Animal Alliances Best Place for dog training Address: 137E Damon Rd., Northampton, MA Phone: (413) 585-5868 Website: http://www.animalalliances.com For the fifth year in a row, Animal Alliances is the Valley’s favorite place for dog training. Animal alliances runs...
Best Pet day care/boarding 2019 – The Good Dog Spot
The Good Dog Spot Best Pet day care/boarding Address: 35C North Chicopee St., Chicopee, MA Second location:139 King St. Northampton MAPhone: (413) 534-1333 Phone: (413) 534-1333 Website: http://www.gooddogspot.net For 12 years, the Good Dog Spot has been the most...
Best Esthetician 2019 – Rebekah Markam/Rebehah Markham Spa
Rebekah Markam/Rebehah Markham Spa Best Esthetician Address: 16 Center St., Ste. 511, Northampton, MA Phone: (413) 342-6411 Website: Home If you have a stressful week (like most of us do) and desire a safe haven to go to, the Rebekah Markham Spa is the place to...
Best Dental practice 2019 – Wohl Family Dentistry
Wohl Family Dentistry Best Dental practice Address: 61 Locust St., Northampton, MA Phone: (413) 586-6180 Website: http://www.wohlfamilydentistry.com Wohl Family Dentistry truly is a family affair. The Northampton office was opened by Dr. Martin Wohl in 1992 and his...
Best Orthodontic practice 2019 – Rigali & Walder Orthodontics
Rigali & Walder Orthodontics Best Orthodontic practice Address: 269 Locust St., Northampton, MA Second location:196 N. Pleasant St. Amherst MAPhone: (413) 253-0001 Phone: (413) 586-8455 Website: http://www.rigaliwalderorthodontics.com Orthodontic work is...
Best Eye doctor 2019 – Dr. Maribeth Erb/Optical Studio
Dr. Maribeth Erb/Optical Studio Best Eye doctor Address: 274 Pleasant St., Northampton, MA Phone: (413) 584-6616 Website: http://www.opticalstudioweb.com If you need glasses, contacts, or other eye care needs, then see Dr. Maribeth Erb, the founding owner optometrist...
Best Lasik surgeon 2019 – Dr. Nancy Balin/Balin Eye & Laser Center
Dr. Nancy Balin/Balin Eye & Laser Center Best Lasik surgeon Address: 269 Locust St., Northampton, MA Second location:1268 Sumner Ave. Springfield MAPhone: (800) 436-EYES Phone: (800) 436-EYES Website: http://www.balineye.com Dr. Nancy Balin is all business, which...
Best Alternative medicine 2019 – Clinic Alternative Medicine
Clinic Alternative Medicine Best Alternative medicine Address: 98 Main St., Northampton, MA Phone: (413) 341-5224 Website: Welcome to our wellness community! If you’re interested in herbal medicine, massage therapy, and acupuncture, then try Clinic Alternative...
Best Health food store 2019 – River Valley Co-op
River Valley Co-op Best Health food store Address: 330 North King St., Northampton, MA Phone: (413) 584-2665 Website: http://www.rivervalleymarket.coop River Valley Co-op is celebrating its 11th anniversary in Northampton and is doing as much looking ahead at the...
Best Day spa 2019 – Elements Hot Tub Spa
Elements Hot Tub Spa Best Day spa Address: 373 Main St., Amherst, MA Phone: (413) 256-8827 Website: http://www.elementshottubspa.com For more than a decade, Diana and Jeff Krauth have owned and operated Elements Hot Tub Spa in Amherst, bringing a holistic approach to...
Best Veterinarian 2019 – Valley Veterinary Hospital
Valley Veterinary Hospital Best Veterinarian Address: 320 Russell St. (Rte. 9), Hadley, MA Phone: (413) 584-1223 Website: http://www.valleyvethospital.com Since 1976, the Valley Veterinary Hospital has been providing compassionate care for pets throughout Western Mass...
Best Pet groomer 2019 – Furs’-A-Flyin’ Pet Grooming & Day Camp
Furs’-A-Flyin’ Pet Grooming & Day Camp Best Pet groomer Address: 69 Ferry St., Unit 19, Easthampton, MA Phone: (413) 529-2275 Website: Home “We try to treat all the animals like they are our animals and not just another dog walking through the door,”...
Best Cosmetic surgeon 2019 – Dr. Roger Allcroft
Dr. Roger Allcroft Best Cosmetic surgeon Address: 163 Conz St., Northampton, MA Phone: (413) 586-3200 Website: Allcroft Surgery Dr. Roger Allcroft has been a plastic surgeon in Northampton since 1987. He started Allcroft Surgery in 1997 performing facelifts,...
Best Place for Pilates 2019 – Pilates Studio
Pilates Studio Best Place for Pilates Address: 104 Russell St., Hadley, MA Phone: (413) 586-3504 Website: home The Pilates Studio in Hadley focuses first and foremost on the health of its customers and creating a feel-good atmosphere for pilates. Co-owners Katrina...
Best Place for yoga 2019 – 50/50 Fitness/Nutrition
50/50 Fitness/Nutrition Best Place for yoga Address: 251 Russell St. (Rte. 9), Hadley, MA Second location: 231D Russell St. (Rte. 9) Hadley MA Phone: (413) 387-0191 Phone: (413) 387-0191 Website: Home Owner Justin Killeen says 50/50 is best known for its community....
Best Martial arts studio 2019 – Spirit of the Heart Martial Arts & Wellness
Spirit of the Heart Martial Arts & Wellness Best Martial arts studio Address: 47 Market St., Northampton, MA Phone: (413) 585-1661 Website: Home Nancy Rothenberg, owner of the studio, says her business has thrived for more than 25 years because people are willing...
Best Road race 2019 – Holyoke St. Patrick’s Road Race
Holyoke St. Patrick’s Road Race Best Road race Address: , Holyoke, MA Phone: Website: Home Since 1976, the Holyoke St. Patrick’s Road Race has been a tradition in the city. The 6.2-mile race kicks off at 1 p.m. and runners circle from City Hall to Holyoke...
Best Place for a hike 2019 – Mt. Tom State Reservation
Mt. Tom State Reservation Best Place for a hike Address: , Holyoke, MA Phone: Website: http://www.mass.gov/eea/agencies/dcr/massparks/region-west/mount-tom-state-reservation.html If you’re looking to take a hike and see some of the best views around, head to Mt. Tom...
Best Urgent care facility 2019 – Cooley Dickinson Hospital
Cooley Dickinson Hospital Best Urgent care facility Address: 30 Locust St. (Rte. 9), Northampton, MA Phone: (413) 582-2000 Website: http://www.cooley-dickinson.org Cooley Dickinson Hospital has been serving Northampton for 130 years, but the Urgent Care center has...
Best Birthing center 2019 – Cooley Dickinson Hospital
Cooley Dickinson Hospital Best Birthing center Address: 30 Locust St. (Rte. 9), Northampton, MA Phone: (413) 582-2000 Website: http://www.cooley-dickinson.org For the fourth straight year, Valley residents have chosen Cooley Dickinson Childbirth Center as the best of...
Best Place for a massage 2019 – Elements Hot Tub Spa
Elements Hot Tub Spa Best Place for a massage Address: 373 Main St., Amherst, MA Phone: (413) 256-8827 Website: http://www.elementshottubspa.com For more than a decade, Diana and Jeff Krauth have owned and operated Elements Hot Tub Spa in Amherst, bringing a holistic...
Best Hospital 2019 – Cooley Dickinson Hospital
Cooley Dickinson Hospital Best Hospital Address: 30 Locust St. (Rte. 9), Northampton, MA Phone: (413) 582-2000 Website: http://www.cooley-dickinson.org Cooley Dickinson, a Massachusetts General Hospital affiliate, is an acute care community hospital that offers...
Best Golf course 2019 – Northampton Country Club
Northampton Country Club Best Golf course Address: 135 Main St., Leeds, MA Phone: (413) 586-1898 Website: Front Page For Chrissy Casagrande, who has owned the course for the past three years and has been leasing and running it for at least a decade, the secret to the...
Best Nail salon 2019 – Salon 180 East
Salon 180 East Best Nail salon Address: 180 Pleasant St., #210, Easthampton, MA Phone: (413) 203-2400 Website: http://www.salon180east.com “Treat your employees and clients really well and you have your success,” says owner Carissa Derby. Salon 180 East is a one-stop...
Best Tattoo shop 2019 – Lucky’s Tattoo & Piercing
Lucky’s Tattoo & Piercing Best Tattoo shop Address: 37 Main St., Northampton, MA Phone: (413) 587-0004 Website: http://www.luckystattoo.org “Lucky’s is a place where everyone is treated 100 percent equal,” says Patrick McDonald, tattoo manager and artist....
Best Body piercing shop 2019 – Lucky’s Tattoo & Piercing
Lucky’s Tattoo & Piercing Best Body piercing shop Address: 37 Main St., Northampton, MA Phone: (413) 587-0004 Website: http://www.luckystattoo.org “Lucky’s is a place where everyone is treated 100 percent equal,” says Patrick McDonald, tattoo manager and...
Best Bicycle shop 2019 – Northampton Bicycle
Northampton Bicycle Best Bicycle shop Address: 319 Pleasant St., Northampton, MA Phone: (413) 586-3810 Website: Home Northampton Bicycle is hardly spinning its wheels over on Pleasant Street. Oh, wait… sometimes they are. “We offer sales, service, fittings, and...
Best Ski/snowboard shop 2019 – Valley Ski & Bike Werks
Valley Ski & Bike Werks Best Ski/snowboard shop Address: 173 Russell St. (Rte. 9), Hadley, MA Phone: (413) 582-0733 Website: http://www.valleybikeandskiwerks.com For the past nine years, Valley Bike and Ski Werks has become the spot for bikers and skiers all over...
Best Local ski area 2019 – Berkshire East
Berkshire East Best Local ski area Address: South River Rd., Charlemont, MA Phone: (413) 339-6617 Website: http://www.berkshireeast.com Skiing on the mountain in Charlemont has a long past that includes both Massachusetts Governor Endicott Peabody and Massachusetts...
Best Outdoor gear/camping store 2019 – Sam’s Outdoor Outfitters
Sam’s Outdoor Outfitters Best Outdoor gear/camping store Address: 227 Russell St. (Rte. 9), Hadley, MA Second location:1081 Riverdale St. (Riverdale Shops) West Springfield MAPhone: (413) 781-6155
Best Health & fitness center (and location) 2019 – 50/50 Fitness/Nutrition
50/50 Fitness/Nutrition Best Health & fitness center (and location) Address: 251 Russell St. (Rte. 9), Hadley, MA Second location:231D Russell St. (Rte. 9) Hadley MAPhone: (413) 387-0191 Phone: (413) 387-0191 Website: Home Owner Justin Killeen says 50/50 is best...
Best Group fitness training center 2019 – 50/50 Fitness/Nutrition
50/50 Fitness/Nutrition Best Group fitness training center Address: 251 Russell St. (Rte. 9), Hadley, MA Second location:231D Russell St. (Rte. 9) Hadley MAPhone: (413) 387-0191 Phone: (413) 387-0191 Website: Home Owner Justin Killeen says 50/50 is best known for its...
Best Place to buy lingerie 2019 – Gazebo
Gazebo Best Place to buy lingerie Address: 14 Center St., Northampton, MA Phone: (413) 584-6673 Website: http://www.the-gazebo.com Co-owners Donna McNeight and Amy Dickinson are gracious and grateful. When asked about what she likes about serving customers in the...
Best Hair salon 2019 – Salon 180 East
Salon 180 East Best Hair salon Address: 180 Pleasant St., #210, Easthampton, MA Phone: (413) 203-2400 Website: http://www.salon180east.com “Treat your employees and clients really well and you have your success,” says owner Carissa Derby. Salon 180 East is a one-stop...
Best Bridal boutique 2019 – Pearl Bridal Boutique
Pearl Bridal Boutique Best Bridal boutique Address: 1 Open Square Way, Holyoke, MA Phone: (413) 315-6102 Website: http://www.pearlbridalboutique.com Every bride wants their wedding planning experience to be perfect. For many the first step is the dress, and in the...
Best Picture framing 2019 – Hope & Feathers Framing and Printing
Hope & Feathers Framing and Printing Best Picture framing Address: 319 Main St., Amherst, MA Phone: (413) 835-0197 Website: Custom Framing, Archival Printing, and Art Gallery Located on Main Street in Amherst, Hope & Feathers has been offering framing and...
Best Place for used CDs/records/DVDs 2019 – Turn It Up!
Turn It Up! Best Place for used CDs/records/DVDs Address: 5 Pleasant St., Northampton, MA And various locations Phone: (413) 582-1885 Website: http://www.turnitup.com If you’re an audiophile who can’t get enough of classic music from years past and you’re always...
Best Hydroponics store 2019 – New England Hydroponics
New England Hydroponics Best Hydroponics store Address: 15 College Hwy (Rte. 10), Southampton, MA Phone: (413) 529-9025 Website: http://www.nehydro.com New England Hydroponics was begun as an online retailer in 2002. The Southampton brick and mortar store opened in...
Best Vape or smokeless tobacco shop 2019 – The Enthusiast
The Enthusiast Best Vape or smokeless tobacco shop Address: 10 Miles St., Greenfield, MA Phone: (413) 325-8524 Website: The Enthusiast Premium Smoke and Vape A premium smoke and vape shop in Greenfield, The Enthusiast is all about creating relationships with its...
Best Adult novelty store 2019 – Oh My Sensuality Shop
Oh My Sensuality Shop Best Adult novelty store Address: 122 Main St., Northampton, MA Phone: (413) 584-9669 Website: http://www.ohmysensuality.com Oh My Sensuality Shop has been selling sex toys and sensuality items in Northampton for more than 15 years and have been...
Best Local jewelry store 2019 – Silverscape Designs
Silverscape Designs Best Local jewelry store Address: 1 King St., Northampton, MA Phone: (413) 584-3324 Website: http://www.silverscapedesigns.com Most people probably know Silverscape as the place that occupies the old Art Deco bank at the corner of King and Main...
Best Used clothing store 2019 – Cancer Connection Thrift Shop
Cancer Connection Thrift Shop Best Used clothing store Address: 375 South St., Northampton, MA Phone: (413) 587-9999 Website: http://www.cancer-connection.org On a snowy December day in 2013, the Cancer Connection Thrift Shop first opened its doors and “it’s been...
Best Local computer store 2019 – Yes Computers
Yes Computers Best Local computer store Address: 196 Pleasant St., Northampton, MA Phone: (413) 585-0007 Website: http://www.yescomputers.com If you want a new computer but don’t want to go to a big box giant, Yes Computers gives you an alternative without scrimping...
Best Local furniture store 2019 – Fly By Night
Fly By Night Best Local furniture store Address: 21 State St., Northampton, MA Phone: (413) 586-1464 Website: http://www.flybynight.com Fly By Night has furniture to suit any style or need. What began as a futon store has grown into a local mecca for people looking to...
Best Local mattress store 2019 – Yankee Mattress Factory
Yankee Mattress Factory Best Local mattress store Address: 104 Damon Rd., Northampton, MA Second location:314 Springfield St. Agawam MAPhone: (413) 786-0999 Phone: (413) 584-5858 Website: Yankee Mattress Factory Yankee Mattress has placed first in the Valley...
Best Florist 2019 – Forget Me Not Florist
Forget Me Not Florist Best Florist Address: 114 Main St., Northampton, MA Phone: (413) 584-6800 Website: Home With lush bridal bouquets, unique floral designs and arrangements, and a bountiful bloom of creativity, Forget Me Not Florist is one of the best places for...
Best Garden center/nursery 2019 – Hadley Garden Center
Hadley Garden Center Best Garden center/nursery Address: 285 Russell St. (Rte. 9), Hadley, MA Phone: (413) 584-1423 Website: http://www.hadleygardencenter.com In business since 1963, Hadley Garden Center has been a destination for home gardeners for decades. “We’re...
Best Place for gift baskets 2019 – Atkins Farms Country Market
Atkins Farms Country Market Best Place for gift baskets Address: 1150 West St., Amherst, MA Second location:113 Cowls Rd. N. Amherst MAPhone: (413) 230-3226 Phone: (413) 253-9528 Website: http://www.atkinsfarms.com When you visit Atkins Farms it’s hard to imagine it...
Best Place for fair trade products 2019 – Ten Thousand Villages
Ten Thousand Villages Best Place for fair trade products Address: 82 Main St., Northampton, MA Phone: (413) 582-9338 Website: http://www.tenthousandvillages.com In the Valley, fair trade practices are important to many people. Ten Thousand Villages doesn’t just...
Best Consignment shop 2019 – Urban Exchange
Urban Exchange Best Consignment shop Address: 233 Main St., Northampton, MA Phone: (413) 585-8729 Website: Urban Exchange is not your everyday consignment shop. They stock gently-worn, designer fashion labels and offer them at heavily discounted prices. The ambiance...
Best Musical instrument shop 2019 – Downtown Sounds
Downtown Sounds Best Musical instrument shop Address: 21 Pleasant St., Northampton, MA Phone: (413) 586-0998 Website: http://www.downtownsounds.com Since 1976, Joe Blumenthal has owned and operated Downtown Sounds in Northampton, one of the most well-known music shops...
Best Pet supply store 2019 – Dave’s Soda & Pet City
Dave’s Soda & Pet City Best Pet supply store Address: 151 Springfield St., Agawam, MA And various locations Phone: (413) 786-3339 Website: http://www.davessodaandpetcity.com Dave Ratner started out selling pet food from the trunk of his car. Now he’s got...
Best Auto detailing 2019 – TommyCar Auto Group: Country Nissan, Country Hyundai, Northampton Volkswagen, and Volvo Cars Pioneer Valley
TommyCar Auto Group: Country Nissan, Country Hyundai, Northampton Volkswagen, and Volvo Cars Pioneer Valley Best Auto detailing Address: 347/361 King St., Northampton, MA Second location:40 Russell St. (Rte. 9) Hadley MAPhone: (866) 393-8828 Phone: (413) 376-4411/...
Best Family friendly park 2019 – Look Park
Look Park Best Family friendly park Address: 300 North Main St., Florence, MA Phone: (413) 584-5457 Website: Home When you think of Look Park, you think of a beautiful setting with great family friendly events. Rarely do you think of it as a non-profit that relies on...
Best Tourist destination in the Valley 2019 – Yankee Candle Flagship
Yankee Candle Flagship Best Tourist destination in the Valley Address: 25 Greenfield Rd. (Rtes. 5 & 10), South Deerfield, MA Phone: (887) 803-6890 Website: http://www.yankeecandle.com Honey Blossom, Crisp Morning Air, Sandalwood Vanilla. Everyone has their...
Best Tourist destination in the Berkshires 2019 – Tanglewood
Tanglewood Best Tourist destination in the Berkshires Address: 279 West St., Lenox, MA Phone: (413) 637-1600 Website: http://www.tanglewood.org Nestled in the beautiful Berkshire Hills, Tanglewood, the summer home of the Boston Symphony Orchestra, is marked by acres...
Best Tourist destination in southern Vermont 2019 – Downtown Brattleboro
Downtown Brattleboro Best Tourist destination in southern Vermont Address: , , Phone: Website: Welcome to Brattleboro Vermont With live music every Thursday night, weekly yoga classes, regular African drum and dance classes, and monthly Irish music sessions, it’s no...
Best Sugarhouse 2019 – North Hadley Sugar Shack
North Hadley Sugar Shack Best Sugarhouse Address: 181 River Dr. (Rte. 47), Hadley, MA Phone: (413) 585-8820 Website: http://www.northhadleysugarshack.com Maple syrup — there’s nothing quite like it. Luckily, in western Massachusetts you can get it local. The North...
Best Local children’s toy store 2019 – A2Z Science and Learning Store
A2Z Science and Learning Store Best Local children’s toy store Address: 57 King St., Northampton, MA Phone: (413) 586-1611 Website: http://www.a-two-z.com For 32 years, downtown Northampton has been home to the A2Z Science and Learning Store, a massive toy store...
Best Antique shop 2019 – The Trading Post
The Trading Post Best Antique shop Address: 460 West St., Amherst, MA Phone: (413) 256-6786 Website: Shopping for antiques is like going on a treasure hunt at the Trading Post. Owned by Aaron and Louise McGrath, The Trading Post has been in business for 42 years....
Best Independent bookstore 2019 – Broadside Bookshop
Broadside Bookshop Best Independent bookstore Address: 247 Main St., Northampton, MA Phone: (413) 586-4235 Website: http://www.broadsidebooks.com Known for its cozy ambiance and well-filled shelves, Broadside Bookshop has been in business nearly 45 years. Owner Nancy...
Best Local appliance store 2019 – Manny’s TV & Appliances
Manny’s TV & Appliances Best Local appliance store Address: 41 Russell St., Hadley, MA And various locations Phone: (413) 585-8544 Website: http://www.mannystv.com “We have to be better; we live here.” Everyone in the Pioneer Valley knows Manny’s motto, and...
Best Locally crafted beer 2019 – Lefty’s Brewing Company
Lefty’s Brewing Company Best Locally crafted beer Address: 301 Wells St., Greenfield, MA Phone: (413) 475-3449 Website: http://www.leftysbrew.com Sadly, Lefty’s Brewing Company closed earlier this month. Bill Goldfarb and his wife Melissa opened Lefty’s Brewing...
Best Domestic beer 2019 – Sam Adams
Sam Adams Best Domestic beer Address: , , Phone: Website: http://www.samueladams.com It’s partly, but not entirely, home-state pride that keeps landing Sam Adams the annual Best of the Valley award in the domestic beer category. The brand, which is owned and run by...
Best Imported beer 2019 – Guinness
Guinness Best Imported beer Address: , , Phone: Website: http://www.guinness.com Ireland’s most famous brew, pleasing beer-lovers since 1759, is often cited as the gold standard for stouts. These days, the company is branching out from its stout origins, offering...
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